A driver hit and killed a Broward County bicyclist over the weekend. A Mercedes traveling north on AIA collided with a bike rider heading the same direction at 12:15 a.m. Emergency services took the victim to Broward General Medical Center where he later died.
The identity of the victim has not been released until next of kin has been notified of his passing. Officers suspect the driver of the vehicle, Melinda O'Donnell, was under the influence at the time of the accident. Officers are treating this incident as a DUI investigation. Charges against O'Donnell are still pending.
Florida law considers that the crime of DUI has occurred when a driver in direct control of their vehicle, possess a blood alcohol content of .08 or higher, or under the influence of any other substance that could cause impairment. Under Florida Statute 316.193, the crime of DUI manslaughter happens after the operation of a vehicle while impaired contributes to the death to another human being or unborn fetus. This crime is a second degree felony in the State of Florida and punishable by up to 15 years in prison.
If you or a loved one is charged with the crime of DUI manslaughter, contact a knowledgeable Miami DUI attorney to work for you. Musca Law has over 100 years of combined legal experience. I have handled countless alcohol related cases with convenient offices located across the State of Florida.
I understand the serious consequences that result from a conviction of DUI manslaughter. Do not risk years of your life behind bars with an attorney without a proven track record. Contact Musca Law for a review of your case and quality, professional legal services.
